Contempt for Seeds and Graft in Congress Debate
A satirical critique argues Congress uses graft and seed politics to secure votes from farmers and urban workers. It recalls early efforts in Cleveland era, mocks party seeds and political promises, and warns that farmers are now awake to political ploys and patronage.
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Congress
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Nosiril
Washington D. C
Daylight Repeal Fails After Presidential Veto Remains
The day light saving law stays in force as Congress fails to override the presidential veto. Farmers opposed the schedule, while urban workers benefited from longer afternoons for chores and recreation. Political angles suggest the president kept more votes than lost, tempering the reform’s fate.
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Daylight Savings
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A Flight From Ree Buel to the Fairgrounds
Ree Buel describes a ten minute airplane flight for a female passenger, paying one dollar per minute, and details a careful climb, views of town and countryside, and a bumpy landing. She recounts sensations, wind, and directions, expressing a wish to pilot next time and to visit friends.
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Denis WG
Atlalog
Uist
Wien
Seould
Tye
Logan
Ulmost
Lind
Fairgrounds
Ree Buel
Farmer near Pella Finds Lost Watch After Calf Chews Case
A farmer near Pella Iowa recalls a calf chewing a pocket containing a gold watch. The calf was later butchered for meat and the watch supposedly remained intact inside the cow. An expert asserts the stem winder wound and the watch ran for four minutes after seven years.
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Pella
Iowa
Staniard
President Wilson Says Daylight Saving Law Widely Praised
President Wilson remarks that the daylight saving law drew universal satisfaction among the public. He notes this measure stands as one of the smoother acts of his administration and warns it may face debate but remains broadly approved.
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